A large laboratory study found that many commonly used sweeteners can directly change the growth of gut bacteria. Researchers ...

Many foods on supermarket shelves contain ingredients that most people never notice. One of them is xanthan gum, a common ...

Artificial sweeteners are commonly promoted as healthier alternatives to sugar and are found in everything from soft drinks ...

Cambridge researchers have shown how commonly-used sweeteners slow the growth of certain gut bacteria. One sweetener in ...

A common food additive was linked to a concerning effect on colon health by a new study.

Public health officials have raised concerns and warned consumers against its use — particularly when it comes to the more ...

Florida's attorney general subpoenaed General Mills as the state investigates use of potassium bromate in bread products.

From bacon and hot dogs to deli meats, cured meat products contain chemical compounds that increase the risk of cancer.

Safer materials, better testing and improved chemical management are helping create packaging that protects food while meeting growing safety expectations.

MSG remains controversial, with many consumers avoiding the ingredient and some companies even reformulating to remove it.

EFSA has raised concerns that glycerin-heavy slushies can cause nausea, vomiting, and drowsiness after one serving.